1987 Chrysler New Yorker 2.5 3AT
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All photo credits
- Photo: 1987 Chrysler New Yorker 5th Avenue front by Accord14, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chrysler New Yorker 1 -- 11-25-2009 by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Chrysler New Yorker (4153810395) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1987 Chrysler New Yorker side (8379714949) by dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Interior Chrysler New Yorker tipo capitán by Erandijair, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1987 Chrysler New Yorker 2.5 3AT is a 100-hp 2.5-liter inline-4 with a 3-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It is rated at 21 mpg combined.
It makes 100 horsepower at 4,800 rpm and 133 lb-ft of torque at 2800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 25 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The New Yorker has a curb weight of 2,757 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.5 L SOHC inline-4 |
| Displacement | 2.5 L |
| Horsepower | 100 hp @ 4,800 rpm |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC |
| Bore and Stroke | 87.4 x 104.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Electronic fuel injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 3-speed automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 19 MPG |
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded gasoline |
| Suspension | |
| Turning Diameter | 36.2 ft |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Height | 53.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 103.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 17 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,757 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 1987 Chrysler New Yorker 2.5 3AT with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1987 Chrysler NEW YORKER. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 14, 2008 · SUSPENSION
FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.
Consequence: THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.
NHTSA campaign 08E033000
Jul 1, 1988 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
FUEL LEAKAGE MAY OCCUR IN LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OPERATION AT CONNECTIONS OF AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUEL SUPPLY HOSE TO THE PRESSURE REGULATOR AND TO THE FUEL RAIL.
Consequence: IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE COULDRESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: RELOCATE PRESSURE REGULATOR; REPLACE FUEL SUPPLY WITH FORMED HOSE WITH REVISED ROUTING CONFIGURATION TO ENSURE SEALING INTEGRITY.
NHTSA campaign 88V105000
21 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1987 Chrysler NEW YORKER
Owner Complaints
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1987 Chrysler NEW YORKER (2 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel System | 6 |
| Gasoline | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Steering | 2 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1987 CHRYSLER NEW YORKER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.